TISHONNA FERGUSON INTERVIEW - These are skills that I tapped into as a teenager and learned I could turn into my career. I’m a makeup artist first but photography has a place on the passenger side
Swanky Magazine Interviews the wonderfully talented MUA - Tishonna Ferguson based in Jersey City, NJ.
MUA SPOTLIGHT | VOL.II | ISSUE.4
Q1.Swanky Mag: Hello Tishonna, Can you introduce yourself to Swanky Magazine's readers? Can you tell us a little about you?
My name is Tishonna but most in the industry know me as Tish Ferguson. I have been a makeup artist and hairstylist in television and film for the last 10 years. I’m a Leo and I like long walks lol. But seriously I love long walks in nature that boost my creativity and inspire my work. And being a Leo is a big part of the reason I have combined my talents. We are determined to be great at everything we do!
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @nadilee
Via @officialkavyar
Q2. How and when did you get into being a Make-up artist/ photographer?
I have been doing makeup for 10 years and I have been shooting my work seriously for the last 5 years. These are skills that I tapped into as a teenager and learned I could turn into my career. I’m a makeup artist first but photography has a place on the passenger side. Taking photos of my work has made me a better artist when working in television. The way I see light and the way I understand how products show up in different scenarios has made me an artist that can execute in all situations. A MUAgrapher I look up to Danessa Myrick’s said this in one of her classes and I held on to this and decided to see how this advice if applied would make me better. I’m happy I listened.
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @ms1ofone
Via @officialkavyar
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @ash_leygrace
Via @officialkavyar
Q3.What does photography mean to you?
Photography means telling my story. Showing the world how I see it. Showing my client how I see them. Photography is my worldview of the world.
Q4.Please briefly describe your style for our readers.
My style is moody
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @nadilee
Via @officialkavyar
Q5.Where do you get inspiration from?
My inspiration comes from colors I see in nature, conversations I have, items I see in the craft store, and also the canvas in front of me. Looking at the person in front of me and feeling their vibration is a large part of my creative process.
Q6. Do you think in advance what you want in the picture?
I sit down and brainstorm all of my shoots and create a shot list/treatment.
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @shannonk.young
Via @officialkavyar
Q7. Would you consider yourself a hobbyist or a paid professional?
As a makeup artist, I am a paid professional as a photographer I am an enthusiast.
Q8. Nikon or Canon? Favorite lens?
Canon!!! My favorite lens is 24mm! I’m a prime lens girl. I shoot in small spaces so the 24mm gives me an opportunity to maximize my space.
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @ms1ofone
Via @officialkavyar
Q09. What is one piece of advice you would like to offer a new photographer or Make-up Artist looking to start their own business?
Don’t give up! The only way to lose is if you give up!
Q10. What do you think of our new magazine?
I think it’s an amazing space to showcase artists. Thank you for this opportunity!
Follow Tish’s Journey: @tish_ferguson
Website Photography/Makeup Artist: tishferguson.com
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @shannonk.young
Via @officialkavyar
MUA & Photo & Hair & Cr Dir: @tish_ferguson
Model: @ash_leygrace
Via @officialkavyar